Foreign travel advice Kazakhstan

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Summary

Still current at:

2 August 2015

Updated:

21 July 2015

Latest update: Safety and security section - some areas popular with travellers now fall in so-called ‘closed’ areas; if you wish to visit these areas, you’ll need to apply for permission before you travel

You can travel to most places in Kazakhstan, but travel to any closed area requires advance permission from the Kazakh government. Some military/restricted areas are not clearly marked. Take care when travelling away from normal routes. See Local travel

With the exception of Air Astana, all Kazakh airlines are refused permission to operate services to the EU because they do not comply with internationally accepted safety requirements. See Air Travel

British passport holders can travel to Kazakhstan without a visa, provided your stay does not exceed 15 days. If you wish to stay longer than 15 days, you’ll need a visa. See Entry Requirements

Most visits to Kazakhstan are trouble-free, but crime against foreigners does sometimes occur. See Crime